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A Night Like No Other is a celebration of autumn in the stunning surroundings of Castle Howard
Following a champagne reception, guests will be invited to join the Hon. Nicholas and Victoria Howard in The Long Gallery where dinner will be served. There will be a fundraising auction, musical entertainment and a special guest speaker.
Drinks reception: 6.30pm
Call for dinner: 7.30pm
Dress code: black tie
Tickets: £500 each / £5000 table of 10
Quote from The Hon. Nicholas and Victoria Howard
We are delighted to be hosting Yorkshire Cancer Research’s A Night Like No Other Gala Dinner at Castle Howard. Like so many others, our family has been impacted by cancer and are thrilled that we can support the pioneering work the charity funds across the region."
Andrew Pern
As guest head chef for the evening, Andrew has created a spectacular five course tasting menu.
Andrew is Chef/Patron at the Star Inn at Harome, which has won virtually every known industry award during Andrew's tenure, retaining a Michelin star for the last ten years.
Charlotte Lloyd Webber
Working closely with her surroundings – whether a stately home, parkland, or private house and garden - Charlotte creates and delivers extraordinary installations and events at Heritage properties across the UK,
Charlotte and her CLW Event Design team will be dressing Castle Howard for A Night Like No Other.
Geoff Miller
Geoff Miller OBE is a former England cricketer renowned for his leadership that led the team to three consecutive Ashes victories and the top of the world Test rankings before his retirement in 2013. Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2021, Geoff has become an advocate for men's health, encouraging early symptom recognition and prompt check-ups.
His contributions to cricket were honoured with the title of Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2014 New Year’s Honours List. Geoff is honoured to serve as the guest speaker for "A Night Like No Other".
Jo Pickard
Award-winning voice actress and Omaze presenter Jo is the master of ceremonies and auctioneer for the evening. Jo has presented at many high-profile events, including the Olympics, her voice can be heard daily on television and she stars across gaming and animation.
Yorkshire Cancer Research
Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together we can change this.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer, healthier lives. We fund researchers and cancer experts who pioneer early diagnosis and discover new and better treatments for people with cancer.
Silent auction now open
Some incredible auction lots have been generously donated for A Night Like No Other and we didn't want anyone to miss out. That's why the silent auction is open to everyone, whether you're attending the event or not.
From luxury getaways, spa treatments and fine dining to sports memorabilia and days out in Yorkshire, we hope you’ll find something you’ll enjoy!
Bidding closes 27 September at 11pm
Thank you to Quilter Cheviot, the headline sponsor for the event
And to our gold and silver sponsors, Cloud Nine and Raworths Solicitors
Hear from some of the people involved
Unfortunately, too many people in our region have been affected by cancer.
To mark the charity's 100th year, the event is an opportunity to pay tribute to those who have shown unwavering determination and community spirit towards one goal – a Yorkshire free from cancer.